How Long to Read Cast Iron and the Crescent City

How Long Does it Take to Read Cast Iron and the Crescent City?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 1 minute to read Cast Iron and the Crescent City by Ann M. Masson

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Familiar to both locals and visitors, cast iron artistry remains an iconic characteristic of New Orleans. This pictorial study traces the iron work's history from its origins in England in the sixteenth century, to the establishment of the Leeds Iron Foundry in New Orleans in 1825, and cast iron's evolution into contemporary times. Mass-production methods made cast iron available for numerous types of building materials, and it was used for both decorative and structural purposes. In addition to noting the application of the material for bridges, beams, and girders, the book cites cast iron's popularity for fireplace fronts, mantels, and furniture. Because it was more durable than wood and cheaper than wrought iron, cast iron was available in many patterns. Ornate illustrations depict the various patterns of cast iron that have been used over the years, while sections of the text detail the difference between cast iron and wrought iron. Photographs portray examples of cast iron throughout the city of New Orleans, with the address of each establishment as a caption. The book also provides a list of local firms that specialized in ornamental iron working.

How long is Cast Iron and the Crescent City?

Cast Iron and the Crescent City by Ann M. Masson is 61 pages long, and a total of 15,311 words.

This makes it 21% the length of the average book. It also has 19% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Cast Iron and the Crescent City Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 23 minutes to read Cast Iron and the Crescent City aloud.

What Reading Level is Cast Iron and the Crescent City?

Cast Iron and the Crescent City is suitable for students ages 8 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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